DSP

Definition

Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Direct Support Professional provides individualized services in the facility, community, and vocational settings, collects data, and summarizes data on observable client behaviors.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions may include the following duties and responsibilities: knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts daily facility and community sessions
• Direct staff will be part of a team that works through a tailored program that addresses clients’ specific strengths and weaknesses for the following areas: communication, life skills, community safety skills, vocational training, job coaching, self-help, and social interactions
• Collects data and records client’s progress notes
• Review data with the Program Director and report concerns
• Attends staff meetings to discuss new protocols and facility functions
• Teaches language and communication skills through behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniques
• Receives ongoing training through regular overlaps with the case Program Director

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Must have CA Driver's License and willingness to drive as needed
• Ability to work Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
• Experience with adults or children with developmental or intellectual disabilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics

• Ability to work with adults diagnosed with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work with a variety of computer software programs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships